Master of Education in Special Education

The Master of Education, Special Education Program (Adaptive) at Southwestern College Professional Studies is designed for those who wish to earn a license in teaching special education. A core of 33 hours in a 36-hour program is required for the degree. Learners may apply for a special education, adaptive endorsement to an existing teaching license for grades K-6. A special education, adaptive endorsement to an existing license for grades 6-12 requires completion of 33 hours and passing scores on the ETS Praxis assessment required by the state.

This Special Education degree in Kansas is offered completely online. Two on-ground adaptive special education practicums are also required. Enrollment occurs every 6 or 12 weeks, as courses are 6 and 12 weeks long.

Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant Program

The TEACH grant is offered to students who intend to teach full-time in high-need subject areas such as special education for at least four years at schools that serve students from low-income families.

The grant provides full-time undergraduates, graduates and post-graduate teacher certification students with up to $4,000 per year. Graduate students of our program pursuing a Special Education degree in Kansas or online may receive up to $8,000.